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Mazda Mazda3 Reliability through March 31, 2013
General NotesModels and statistics marked with an asterisk (*) have very low sample sizes. These results, visible only to logged-in members, provide only a rough estimate of car reliability.Any result under 20 repair trips per 100 cars is likely a result of the small sample size, and should be expected to increase to 20 or so in future updates.
New models often start out with high repair rates, and then improve as the manufacturer identifies and addresses common problems. MethodologyOnly successfully completed repairs are currently included in the analysis. Routine maintenance, most wear items, recalls, and problems fixed with just a reflash or warning light reset are not included.
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2013 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Mazda MazdaSpeed3 in New York, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2013 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2013 | 6000 | 0 | steering found to be slightly off center |
2013 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2013 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2013 | 2000 | 0 | Power Steering locked up while pulling into a parking space & steering wheel light turned on. Had to turn car off & back on for steering to work. Dealer said it might be due to low battery voltage as the car sat on their lot for a while. |
2012 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2012 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2012 | 5500 | 0 | Power door locks ceased functioning from interior buttons. Body Control Module needed to be reprogrammed. Not successful, back in the shop. Power door locks finally fixed. Problem was a faulty body control module. Was replaced and problem fixed. |
| Apr | 2013 | 8000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2012 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2012 | 9000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2012 | 16500 | 0 | Driver side mirror glass developed a vibration. |
| Mar | 2013 | 31000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Mazda Mazda3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2012 | 10000 | 0 | Armrest developed an indent from normal use. Part replaced under warranty. |
| Nov | 2012 | 18000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2012 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2012 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2012 | 11160 | 0 | The carpet was loose in the passenger foot-well near the kick panel. The carpet was secured by the dealer. |
| Mar | 2013 | 15500 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Mazda MazdaSpeed3 in Alabama, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2011 | 4000 | 0 | a little plastic cover over the SD card slot (for the navigation) wouldn't stay in place, so Mazda replaced it at the first service |
| Apr | 2013 | 37000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2011 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
167-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Minnesota, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2011 | 2000 | 0 | Loose undercarriage trim piece, missing nylon nut. |
| Mar | 2013 | 11000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Mazda Mazda3 in North Carolina, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2010 | 7000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2011 | 12000 | 0 | Cracked thermostat housing. Leaking coolant very slowly. Repaired for free under warranty. Dealership explained 4th car in a week with same problem. |
| Dec | 2012 | 57000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Mazda Mazda3 in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 6820 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2011 | 7440 | 0 | Clutch switch was noisy. Was lubricated on the first visit (eliminated noise) while part was ordered, then replaced on a subsequent visit. |
2011 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
167-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2011 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Sep | 2011 | 3000 | 0 | Minor rattle coming from upper dash area. Panel and soundproofing realigned. |
| Nov | 2011 | 6000 | 0 | Reappearance of problem from Sept 2011. Rattling/popping from driver's side dash. Repaired, however, problem has reappeared again (more than 1 week after repair attempt). |
| Dec | 2011 | 8000 | 0 | Reappearance of problem from sept 2011 and Nov 2011. Rattles and squeaks from instrument panel |
| Jan | 2012 | 9700 | 0 | Rattling from HVAC when fan is on. Dealer diagnosed as debris in fan housing |
| Jul | 2012 | 20000 | 0 | Intermittent check engine light. Turned Out to be debris in fuel line. Cleaned fuel lines and checked. |
| Mar | 2013 | 34000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Mazda MazdaSpeed3 in Kentucky, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 0 | Car had an erratic idle when stopping with clutch pushed in. Had it from day 1. Dealer on 2nd visit diagnosed problem as warped pressure plate, replaced with new plate and clutch. | |
| Apr | 2010 | 2700 | 0 | car has a low speed miss. car still misses, dealer could not get computer to id problem |
| Mar | 2012 | 20000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2010 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
167-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 2000 | 0 | Trunk pops by itself and car battery dead. Happened twice in 2 months. Remotes were stored in drawer so not possible it opened by mistake. Dealer replaced battery. Unable to replicate since only happens every few weeks. Weird. |
| Dec | 2012 | 24000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2010 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Virginia, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2009 | 1000 | 0 | The driver's door could not be unlocked from both outside and inside. |
| Aug | 2010 | 8500 | 0 | Replace a spring of clutch in the driver side's door. |
| Jan | 2013 | 28000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2010 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
167-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Oregon, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2009 | 2000 | 0 | Check engine light came on. I have a OBD reader and it read misfire in cylinder 2...I took car to the dealer, they said it was a common problem and they took care of it by replacing the intake manifold. |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Mazda Mazda3 in Texas, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2009 | 5000 | 0 | Started hearing a clunk in the front end, particularly in cold weather. Happened mostly when wheel was turned to the left, going over a bump. |
| Feb | 2010 | 7000 | 0 | Started hearing a clunk in the front end, particularly in cold weather. Happened mostly when wheel was turned to the left, going over a bump. Dealer was finally able to diagnose noise as a loose bushing in front crossmember. Squeaking noise coming from driver seat track / seat belt area. |
| Mar | 2013 | 47000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Mazda MazdaSpeed3 in New Jersey, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2009 | 0 | Intermittent fault on Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). Traced to Radio Frequency Interference from Rain Sensor. Rain Sensor module replaced under warranty. Appears to have resolved issue. Vehicle in shop 2 days. | |
| Apr | 2009 | 2000 | 0 | Gas Filler cap would not come off. This was discovered when car was low on gas (of course). I now know yellow light = ~40mi to go -ran out of fuel 0.3 miles after pickup. Fortunately this was at the entrance to a gas station, 15ft from pump -lucky eh! |
| Nov | 2011 | 28000 | 0 | Tire Pressure Monitor (TPMS) light comes on intermittently in cold weather. Pressures are fine on all tires inc spare. Told my radar detector was interfering. Removed and disconnected, still a problem; contacting dealer to reattempt fix. Loud 'click' from front driveshaft when pulling away or accelerating briskly. Dealer lubed driveshaft splines, they were dry. Prob fixed. Apparently there is a TSB for the issue. Loud 'chirping' from front suspension when driving over bumps. Not present when brakes applied lightly. Dealer lubed brake caliper slider pins. Prob fixed. |
| Dec | 2011 | 29000 | 0 | Previous unsuccessful repair to TPMS system reattempted. Dealer ordered a new 'TPMS module' (apparently combined with the rain sensor by the rear view mirror) and fitted. Seems to have worked. |
| Jul | 2012 | 35000 | 700 | Blown rear shock absorber leaking oil. Purchased full set of 4 aftermarket shocks (Koni FSD) and replaced rears. Will do fronts when time allows. |
| Mar | 2013 | 42000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 Mazda Mazda3
Engine not specified
| Mazda MazdaSpeed3 in Utah, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2008 | 6000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 11000 | 35 | There was a squeak coming from the rear suspension assembly, I just had to tighten an endlink. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2009 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2009 | 1240 | 0 | inside panel (driver side) was changed because a small crack was noticeable |
| May | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2009 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Connecticut, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 5000 | 0 | "Snapping" sound coming from center of dashboard along with poor radio reception. Dealer replaced audio headunit. |
| Aug | 2009 | 10000 | 0 | Fuel Cap Seized. The fuel cap could not be removed. Had JUST enough gas in the tank to get to the dealership. Gas Cap replaced under Warranty. |
| Nov | 2010 | 32000 | 0 | Once fog lights were activated with low beam headlamps, they would stay on regardless of fog light switch position or high beam operation. Replaced fog light relay under warrantee. |
| Dec | 2010 | 35000 | 0 | Seat belt wouldn't retract correctly...part ordered and installed. Rattle in cowl at base of windshield when driving over bumps. |
| Aug | 2012 | 56500 | 520 | Front rotors and pads replaced; 4 wheel alignment |
| Mar | 2013 | 61000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2009 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2009 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2009 | 2000 | 0 | Gas cap defective. Factory installed caps are defective causing the cap to break apart leaving part of the cap in the filler neck. Dealers have a revised fuel cap. |
| Jun | 2009 | 4000 | 4225 | Paint chipped on drivers door and drivers side quarter panel. Both areas repaired and entire car was wetsanded and recleared. |
| Aug | 2009 | 7000 | 8 | Rear wiper cover broken. Replace cover. |
| Jul | 2010 | 16000 | 0 | Power steering failure with temperatures above 80 degrees F. common. DTC C1099 was evident, showing electric power steering pump rotation was too slow. TSB determined the power steering pump had to be replaced with a revised unit. |
| Oct | 2011 | 27000 | 0 | Interior light in cargo area inoperable due to poor ground connection. Replaced ground connector. |
| Dec | 2011 | 30000 | 253 | Battery cables loose at starter. |
| Oct | 2012 | 45000 | 35 | Throttle body carboned up causing no start issue. Removed TB to manually clean and polish part. |
| Nov | 2012 | 46000 | 120 | Coolant coming out of overflow on degas bottle. Replaced thermostat and radiator cap; continued to come out of the overflow. Checked head gasket, which it was torn, blocking the coolant water jacket. Replaced head gasket. |
| Apr | 2013 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008.5 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Mazda MazdaSpeed3 in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 3000 | 0 | Bass drop-out at high volume. TSB issued for replacement/software upgrade. |
| Jan | 2010 | 14000 | 0 | Noticed the A/C wasn't cooling. Fuses and relays all intact. Compressor not turning as it should. |
| Mar | 2013 | 32000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008.5 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Mar | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 1000 | 0 | Simple volume/amplifier problem with the stereo above volume level 35. Known problem, had to order new audio unit. |
| Jul | 2008 | 1000 | 0 | Replaced stereo unit due to small amplifier defect affecting volume levels at lvl 35 and up. |
| Apr | 2013 | 37000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008.5 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Washington, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2008 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 3000 | 0 | Radio issue, bass falling out around volume 34/35 Replaced radio unit. |
| Mar | 2011 | 30000 | 0 | fuel cap stuck and top separated from threaded part |
| Mar | 2013 | 49000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008.5 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2008 | 2000 | 0 | Radio exhibited random variation in bass tones. Logic unit was on recall, but selling dealer did not check unit prior to sale. |
| Mar | 2013 | 46000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Mazda Mazda3 in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| May | 2008 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 1000 | 0 | Stereo not functioning correctly - bass would cut out at higher volumes. Stereo issue. Stereo installed |
| Dec | 2008 | 8000 | 0 | Starter motor failed - car wouldn't start in cold weather. |
| Jan | 2011 | 25000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Mazda MazdaSpeed3 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2007 | 1240 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 17980 | 0 | My rear shocks blew out on a recent trip from Toronto, On to Sydney, NS. |
| Jun | 2009 | 37820 | 0 | Axles were clicking when changing rotational force on the drivetrain, changed entire drive axle but did not fix the problem. |
| Aug | 2009 | 40300 | 0 | The rear bushing in the lower right control arm was ripped and blown out. Mazda replaced my entire control arm. |
| Oct | 2009 | 44640 | 0 | Rear motor mount was broken, the rubber bushing had ripped. They replaced it under warranty. My car makes "clunk" noises from the front end whenever I go over bumps or steer back and forth really quickly. |
| Nov | 2009 | 46500 | 0 | Replaced my steering rack, but problem still persists. They have now ordered me new sway bar end links. |
| Jan | 2010 | 50600 | 0 | They replaced my sway bar end bushings, the problem is solved. |
| Aug | 2010 | 63400 | 130 | Left rear shock was leaking oil and was blown. I bought and changed it myself. |
| Mar | 2011 | 76260 | 0 | Power steering rubber line had dried out and cracked, which caused it to leak. Condensation in my passenger side headlight. Mazda Canada is currently deciding if they want to cover it on my extended warranty or not. |
| Jun | 2012 | 87420 | 0 | One of my rear shocks blew out again. Leaking oil all over the place. |
| Sep | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Mazda MazdaSpeed3 in Arizona, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2007 | 4000 | 0 | Check Engine Light came on, then went off on it's own. Dealer read code: P0300 – Random misfire found. Vehicle is not misfiring, dealer cleared code. |
| Sep | 2008 | 10000 | 0 | Check Engine Light (CEL). Autozone read code: P0300 – “Random misfire found”. Dealer reports no hard fault in computer. Code cleared, no misfiring. Dealer states could have been caused by lower octane fuel. Only 91 octane ever used in vehicle. |
| Jan | 2009 | 12000 | 0 | Driver’s front window makes an audible click when it hits the top of the seal. There is also a slight rubbing sound when rolling up and down. Resolution: Loose bolts that secure glass to regulator were tightened. Problem resolved. Occasionally when turning left or moving straight ahead there is a humming sound that occurs for a second or two. Has occurred 10-12 times. Resolution: Dealer could not duplicate – repair invoice does not indicate effort was made to diagnose problem |
| May | 2009 | 14000 | 0 | Rattle in front dash area. Cause was determined to be the CD rattling in the CD player. New CD player ordered. Rattle near cupholder. Cause was a wire running from the AUX input in the center console to an MP3 player sitting near the ashtray. This wire caused the center console piece to not seat properly and rattle. MP3 player wire was re-routed. Rattle in rear hatch area. Rattle exists 99% of the time except when test driving with a dealer technician. Rattle is still there. Car misfires in 6th gear at 60+mph during acceleration. Has occurred 3-4 times but unable to duplicate during test drive with dealer technician. No repair attempt made. |
| Jul | 2009 | 15000 | 0 | Installed new CD player ordered at 5/11/2009 service appointment. |
| Jan | 2010 | 19000 | 0 | Car misfires. Dealer claims engine is very sensitive to carbon buildup which I may have a little bit of. When accelerating from < 3k rpm the turbo is not spooling yet and the carbon buildup is causing the hesitation. Driver’s side window squeaks when it hits the top of the seal Resolution: Lubed window track. Problem returned the following day. Rattle in rear hatch area. Resolution: Dealer claims they cannot hear this. These people are f'ing DEAF. |
| Nov | 2010 | 22000 | 0 | Ticking noise coming from passenger front wheel. Resolution: Rocks found along wheel and tire. Removed and noise disappeared. Brakes intermittently squeak when coming to a stop. Resolution: Brake pads and rotors are fine. Plenty of pad life left on brakes. Squeaking may be caused by dust build-up per dealer. |
| Mar | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Mazda MazdaSpeed3 in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 620 | First odometer entry | |
| Jun | 2008 | 4960 | 0 | Rattle when accellerating - heat shield replaced. |
| Sep | 2012 | 31000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2008 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2007 | 4960 | 0 | Front suspension noise while going over speed bumps in cold (0 C) weather. Swaybar bushings needed lubrication. |
| Jan | 2008 | 4960 | 0 | |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2008 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Indiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2007 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2008 | 9000 | 0 | Steering wheel air bag failure. Steering wheel air bag module replaced. Had high resistance measurement. |
| Dec | 2010 | 45000 | 0 | warranty replacement of power steering assist. |
| Jun | 2012 | 71000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Mazda MazdaSpeed3 in Saskatchewan, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Aug | 2006 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2006 | 1860 | 0 | Sticky Throttle Actuator for Choke. On the verge of TSB |
| Dec | 2006 | 2480 | 0 | MAF sensor malfunction in cold weather. |
| Jan | 2008 | 13020 | 0 | Shutter valve replaced and ECU reprogrammed to new specs. |
| Mar | 2009 | 23560 | 0 | Rear strut seals torn and leaking. Replacement parts covered under warranty, but opted to replace with 3rd party coil overs. |
| Jun | 2010 | 34720 | 350 | Rear chambers where way off (-11) and it took several additional hours between on a lift and a wheel alignment rig to correct. |
| Feb | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Mazda MazdaSpeed3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2007 | 2000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2007 | 3000 | 0 | Heard clunking in engine bay during hard accel to freeway. Asked dealer to check engine mount under battery tray for proper torque. Bolt was checked and confirmed to be tight. No repairs made. |
| Jun | 2012 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Mazda MazdaSpeed3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Feb | 2007 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Apr | 2007 | 3000 | 0 | Loose nut on rear stabilizer bar. Had to replace stabilizer bar link. Also, two days rental car. |
| Jul | 2007 | 6000 | 0 | Replaced one spark plug & coil based on ECU data. Also reflashed ECU to latest firmware revision G. |
| Oct | 2007 | 11000 | 0 | CEL for intake runner flap. Was subject of a recall anyway; replaced actuator. Also updated ECU firmware on another recall. |
| Sep | 2009 | 40000 | 0 | EGR valve malfunction |
| Dec | 2011 | 68000 | 81 | Replaced evap solenoid |
| Apr | 2012 | 72000 | 300 | New front brake discs and pads installed |
| May | 2012 | 73000 | 10 | Front shocks noisy - lubricated shocks and front ARB bushings |
| Nov | 2012 | 80500 | 0 | Starting battery was weak - cranked slowly after sitting for a few days. Replaced with Optima Red Top. |
| Jan | 2013 | 81000 | 0 | Loose upper strut nut. Clunking noise |
2007 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Florida, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2006 | 1000 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2007 | 5000 | 0 | An intermittent clicking noise is present when taking foot off of the gas pedal. Dealer was able to reproduce the sound but was not sure of the cause. I have not had it repaired due to personal issues that have interfered with time. The issue |
| Dec | 2010 | 35000 | 264 | Check engine light came on. Car shows no sign of any issues. Problem turns out to be the coolant temperature sensor. Part replaced, problem solved. |
| Jul | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2007 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Nova Scotia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2006 | 620 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2007 | 7440 | 0 | Very sluggish shifting from 1st to 2nd gear (in both automatic and manual mode), changing gears too early when in automatic mode. Software update fixed the problems. Airbag light was on as well and parts (airbag module) were ordered. These were insta Airbag light was on when I got the car. Dealer needed to order an "airbag module". Was installed in return visit in March. |
| Mar | 2007 | 9920 | 0 | Needed a new "airbag module" (not sure if this counts as electronics or not). Air bag warning light was on when I got the car but I didn't notice it until I'd been driving it a few days (I actually thought it was supposed to be on until I read the manual |
| Mar | 2010 | 79360 | 0 | Electrical? Light & rain sensor on windshield that turns on headlights when it gets dark & controls intermittent wipers failed permanently. This meant no intermittent wipers and had to be careful not to turn the headlight switch to automatic. |
2006.5 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Hong Kong, China | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2008 | 9920 | First odometer entry | |
| Aug | 2008 | 10540 | 0 | Front brake rotors reported as slightly warped by dealer's hope mechanic in previous routine maintenance. Parts arrived in August and were installed all under original factory warranty. Squeaking passenger seatbelt buckle replaced under original factory warranty. |
| Dec | 2008 | 11780 | 0 | Dealer reported water pump showing signs of coolant leakage. Part ordered. Auxiliary port for audio head unit picks up engine ignition interference if cigarette lighter adapter is used to charge iPod connected to the aux port. |
| Feb | 2009 | 13020 | 0 | Repaired water pump under original factory warranty. Dealer instructed by factory to install iPod connectivity parts to solve problem, but did not agree to cover under warranty. Rejected costly repair and will follow-up with complaint letter to factory. |
| May | 2009 | 13020 | 0 | Living with problem. However, dealer has offered a "deal": if the owner purchases a routine maintenance plan, the requisite iPod connectivity components will be installed at no extra cost. Grinding noise from front drive wheels diagnosed by dealer as a problem with the limited slip differential. Parts ordered from factory. |
| Jun | 2009 | 13020 | 0 | Limited slip differential replaced under original factory warranty. |
| Aug | 2009 | 14260 | 0 | Grinding noise from drivetrain at more than half-lock in the steering, best heard at low speeds. |
| Nov | 2009 | 15500 | 0 | Replaced half-shafts and CV joints, but grinding noise persists. Dealer still investigating. |
| May | 2010 | 17360 | 0 | Differential and sundry parts replaced (second time for this car - this is the third differential). |
| Mar | 2012 | 24800 | 1560 | Front struts leaking, replaced with JIC Magic coilovers. Also replaces rear shocks and springs. |
| Aug | 2012 | 26960 | 100 | OBD code: Cylinder 2 misfire. Diagnosed as fuel injector failure. Waiting for parts to arrive. |
| Sep | 2012 | 27280 | 1000 | Replaced fuel injector #2 and various ancillary items. Replaced faulty right engine mount. |
| Nov | 2012 | 27680 | 1290 | Replaced valve solenoid Replaced remaining three fuel injectors and anciliaries |
| Mar | 2013 | 27900 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2006 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in British Columbia, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Apr | 2006 | 0 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2007 | 17360 | 0 | Fuel cap hanger broke during cold weather while refueling. Replaced under warranty. Leather on shift boot badly discoloured - extremely accelerated wear. Awaiting part - will be replaced under warranty. Shift knob extremely loose - could not be tightened. Repaired. Centre console rubber bumper missing at delivery. Replaced under warranty. |
| Feb | 2007 | 19220 | 0 | Glove box light worked itself loose. Requires some disassembly of dash to repair. Covered under warranty. Installed new shift boot. |
| Jul | 2007 | 29760 | 0 | Power steering pump leaked from housing - pump replaced under warranty. |
| Sep | 2007 | 32960 | 0 | Transmission was "clipping" when shifting into third gear. Audible clunking noise outside car and rough feeling going into gear. Transmission removed and torn down - replaced 3rd gear and synchro ring. Abnormal wear - manufacturing defect. Replaced under |
| Sep | 2008 | 48360 | 0 | The reinforced locking plate installed by the dealership last year (part of an anti-theft recall in the Victoria/Vancouver BC area) somehow worked loose and interfered with the window - would not roll down. Replaced by dealer at their cost. |
| Sep | 2011 | 102300 | 70 | Failed connecting rod despite good maintenance history. Engine rebuild or replacement required. Repair not performed for cost reasons ($3000-6000) |
| Feb | 2012 | 102300 | 4000 | Broken connecting rod leading to catastrophic engine failure. Engine replaced with used motor. Mechanic believes it is related to earlier oil consumption issues as oil was consistently checked and changed as per manufacturers recs. |
| Mar | 2013 | 114080 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Mazda Mazda3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2005 | 3000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2006 | 18000 | 0 | purge valve |
| Apr | 2010 | 73000 | 300 | thermostat replaced engine mount replaced |
| Oct | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
150-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2006 | 620 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2007 | 9920 | 0 | inverted seatbelt |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Louisiana, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2006 | 3000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2006 | 3000 | 0 | Replaced clock module and clips |
| Aug | 2008 | 8000 | 0 | Engine would turn over but not start. Fuel pump replaced. |
| Mar | 2013 | 25000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Mazda Mazda3 in Quebec, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2006 | 25420 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2006 | 26040 | 197 | |
| May | 2007 | 30380 | 300 | Grinding noise in brakes, suspension noise |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2006 Mazda Mazda3 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Massachusetts, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2007 | 35000 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2007 | 38000 | 40 | oil leak from broken oil plug seal |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jan | 2007 | 24800 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2007 | 26620 | 0 | Rear driver's side door latch was loose, but repaired for free. Fuel filler door would not close completely, but fixed itself after 1 week. |
| Feb | 2009 | 48360 | 100 | Replaced rear brake pads. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Mazda Mazda3 in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Sep | 2005 | 9000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2006 | 26000 | 50 | Bad motor mount, recognized by Mazda. Motor mount was replaced. Window regulators would stick, recognized by Mazda. Regulators were oiled. (MK) |
| Nov | 2007 | 40000 | 30 | Squeak developed in the front end of the car. Thought it was from the right front suspension but dealer could not replicate noise even on a ride-along. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2005 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jul | 2006 | 14000 | First odometer entry | |
| Oct | 2006 | 15000 | 0 | squeeky rear brake pads |
| Jun | 2011 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
| Mazda Mazda3 in California, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Jun | 2007 | 19000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jul | 2007 | 19000 | 0 | CD player needed replacement |
| Jun | 2009 | 26000 | 0 | AC fan was making noises. Dealer took all day to incorrectly diagnose and order part. Never called to say part was in. Took another two days. Fixed problem, but would have taken only one day if they'd THOROUGHLY looked at the problem. HATE dealer service. |
| Jun | 2011 | 33000 | 125 | AC recharged. |
| Mar | 2013 | 46000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
2005 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Ontario, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2005 | 11160 | First odometer entry | |
| Feb | 2007 | 44640 | 0 | Glovebox Rattles |
| Mar | 2007 | 44640 | 0 | Repaired glovebox rattle |
| Jun | 2008 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Alberta, Canada | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2006 | 53940 | First odometer entry | |
| Mar | 2007 | 58580 | 0 | This is my 2nd set of wheels whereby the finish begins to flake off near the center cap on all four wheels. 1st set replaced under basic factory 3yr/80,000Km warranty. No fix under my extended warranty. Must return to resolve. |
| May | 2007 | 300 | Refinished the wheels. The total price came to $600 but I negotiated with my dealer and got them to pay half. Total price is confirmed with other, independent shops. | |
| Jul | 2008 | 88860 | 0 | Pulley on the belt tensioner broke & cut main serpentine belt rendering the car undriveable. It's a known issue & Mazda has put out a service report but no recall. Fixed under extended warranty. (otherwise: $550) |
| Feb | 2009 | 100240 | 0 | Driver's seat belt tensioner failed. The belt became stuck such that it could not be usefully extended to strap the driver in. Belt tensioner replaced under extended warranty. |
| Jun | 2009 | 101680 | 0 | Power side mirrors failed - stopped tilting up and to the left. Asked for tech advice but instead charged $55 for 0.5 hours labour to diagnose. My bad, i.e. should have went directly to parts counter to ask my question. Rust formation beginning on exterior edge of wheel well. Almost dime size. Failed to take my vehicle in for regular inspection at one of their proprietary paint protection centers -> lifetime warranty for rust was nullified. Won't repair. |
| Aug | 2009 | 0 | 2 non-dealer shops showed me that rotors are cracked. 2 dealerships told me that the marks are not cracks in the rotors. Only 10,000km on these rotors. | |
| Sep | 2009 | 460 | Loud road noise took me to a mechanic who accurately diagnosed it as a worn driver's front wheel bearing. The hub and bearing comes as one unit so parts were pricey. | |
| May | 2010 | 111560 | 250 | Motor mount #? broke which is common for all '04 Mazda3's. Same motor mount in all of them. I don't know if they corrected the problem in later models. |
| Aug | 2010 | 112220 | 389 | Driver's side front wheel bearing had worn out prematurely earlier repair. Receipts were stolen so only got partial warranty. Note, the hub & bearing come as one unit. |
| Sep | 2010 | 115920 | 392 | Check engine light emissions code. Diagnosed as faulty thermostat. Needed replacement. Replaced thermostat. **(Don't think it ever needed this b/c the car warmed up fine and blew good heat. I only understood this after my Jan 2011 trip unfortunately.) |
| Jan | 2011 | 119660 | 0 | Check engine on. Fuel filler cap not closed tight. Light suppose to turn off after driving 10 minutes. It did not. Back to shop that replaced thermostat. Cleared the code. Everything fine since. **(Prob. misdiagnosed earlier & never needed) |
| Mar | 2011 | 121860 | 460 | Front passenger side bearing needed replacement. It's fine considering the car had almost 200,000km on it. |
| Jun | 2012 | 142600 | 11 | Over 5 years the headlamps built up a thick film to the point of fogging up the lens, brightness of light reduced by roughly 50 percent. $51 ($40 for a drill & $11 for Maguires lens cleaning kit) & one hour later my headlamps were crystal clear. |
| Feb | 2013 | 154040 | 20 | Driver's window switch would only intermittently raise the window. Parts, eBay, $20. Mazda wanted $270 before labour. Five minutes to install. The driver's window in particular has been used thousands of times. |
| Mar | 2013 | 155000 | Most recent odometer entry. | |
| Mazda Mazda3 in Pennsylvania, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Nov | 2006 | 50000 | First odometer entry | |
| Dec | 2006 | 51000 | 0 | The timing belt tensioner failed during highway travel, seizing the engine. Engine was replaced successfully under Extended (CPO) warranty. During the repair, some maintenance needed to be done to finish the repair (cleaning carbon deposits). |
| Feb | 2008 | 65000 | 0 | Brake rotors replaced. |
| Jun | 2008 | 68000 | 50 | The radio face plate lost a button. Bought a new faceplate and replaced myself. |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Sedan
148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Maine, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Oct | 2006 | 53000 | First odometer entry | |
| Nov | 2006 | 54000 | 0 | Car has been "knocking" for some time. It sounded like a noise my Geo Metro had before - bad strut mount. It was determined by the dealership to be exactly that. However, the "knocking" has returned and I need to bring it back in... |
| Mar | 2010 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
2004 Mazda Mazda3 4dr Hatch
160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD
| Mazda Mazda3 in Missouri, United States | ||||
| Month | Year | Odometer (in miles) |
Cost | Problem/Repair Description |
| Dec | 2006 | 38000 | First odometer entry | |
| Jan | 2007 | 38000 | 0 | Rear end of car was unstable when going over bumps or driving on slick roads. Also experienced extreme rear tire wear. Clunking noise when rolling down driver's power window. Brake squeak when car is cold. Has been present since delivery. Manual transmission is very hard to shift when cold. Told it was normal due to heavy weight oil in transmission. |
| Feb | 2007 | Most recent odometer entry. | ||
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